Jared Padalecki reunites with Jensen Ackles in first-look trailer for "The Boys" season 5

The newly released trailer for The Boys season 5 offers a first glimpse of Jared Padalecki reuniting with Jensen Ackles, sparking excitement for fans of their Supernatural collaboration. The upcoming season, confirmed as the series final chapter, is scheduled to premiere in spring 2026.

The footage also provides insight into the fate of the Boys team following their capture by Homelanders supe police at the end of season 4. Padalecki appears in a tracksuit alongside Soldier Boy, portrayed by Ackles, though specific details about his character remain undisclosed. Misha Collins is also set to appear, though his role has yet to be revealed.

Another striking scene in the trailer shows an explosion directly in front of Padaleckis character, splattering him with blood. The sneak peek debuted at the CCXP fan convention in Brazil and confirms that the season will premiere with a two-episode launch on Amazon Prime Video on April 8, 2026, followed by weekly episodes leading up to the finale on May 20.

The new season synopsis sheds light on the Boys current situation. Hughie (Jack Quaid), Mothers Milk (Laz Alonso), and Frenchie (Tomer Capone) are imprisoned in a Freedom Camp, living under Homelanders chaotic rule. Annie (Erin Moriarty) is shown trying to organize a resistance, while Kimiko (Karen Fukuhara) remains missing. Meanwhile, Butcher (Karl Urban) emerges with a plan to eliminate all supes using the Godolkin virus, setting off events that will reshape the world.

The storyline also ties into Gen V season 2, which directly intersects with the events of The Boys season 5. Series creator Eric Kripke teased an active underground resistance led by Annie and A-Train against Homelanders regime, highlighting the significance of Jaz Sinclairs character, Marie Moreau, in the conflict.

Kripke and the cast have emphasized the seasons explosive conclusion. Social media posts hint at dramatic stakes, with Homelander observing from space as a nuclear explosion unfolds, signaling a high-octane final chapter.

Author: Riley Thompson